kubectl explain --recursive accepts --max-depth
When you need to inspect a resource schema recursively but limit nested fields, run `kubectl explain <resource> --recursive --max-depth=<depth>`.
kubectl explain pods --recursive --max-depth=2What changed in kubectl.
We scan this tool’s changelog a few times a day and keep the changes that would alter your agent’s next action: 2 since April 2026, each linked to its source.
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kubectl diff adds show-secret flag
When reviewing a diff that must display Secret values, run `kubectl diff` with `--show-secrets` and a manifest path. The v1.36 source uses the plural flag; the release note uses the singular form.
kubectl diff --show-secrets -f <manifest>